Children's Nonfiction Native American
The Seventh Direction
A Legend of Creation
- Publisher
- Medicine Wheel Publishing
- Initial publish date
- Mar 2024
- Category
- Native American, Diversity & Multicultural, Inspirational & Personal Growth
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Hardback
- ISBN
- 9781778540134
- Publish Date
- Mar 2024
- List Price
- $20.99
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Description
In this enlightening legend shared by Lakota Elder Kevin Locke, Wakhan Thanka (The Great Spirit) created the entire world in seven days; leaving the most precious creation for last. In order to protect this precious creation, Wakhan Thanka needed to hide it where it would always be safe and turned to our animal relatives for help. Together, they found the perfect place. Do you know where they chose?
About the authors
Kristy Cameron is a teacher and Métis artist from Canada’s Canoeing Capital, Atikokan, Ontario. The Surrounding forests and waterways have always given her inspiration, while her Aboriginal and Voyageur ancestors have provided endless stories to tell on canvas. (Look for the sash in all her work.) Learn more or purchase her art at: www.kristycameron.ca
Editorial Reviews
"Fully immersive and thought-provoking, Locke's sage picture book will appeal to visionary younger readers who can grasp the teaching that humans must rediscover their link to the natural world, to "be a good relative, not just to the two-leggeds, but to all of creation" - a timely message." Cover: A | Design and typography: A | Illustrations: A | Editing: A - Publishers Weekly
"...full of vivid color and imagery. A stirring tale of creation that will capture readers' attention. A good purchase for picture book collections." - School Library Journal Reviews (March 2024)
"Locke provides an engaging retelling of a Lakota legend...Cameron's brightly colored and textured illustrations bring dynamism to the tale." -- The Horn Book
"This inspiring legend is vividly illustrated in glowing colors..." -- Children's Literature, A CLCD Company
